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Durban Travel Guide
December 31, 2007 |
A trip to Durban
Durban is the second most populated city in South Africa and the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal. Durban is one of the top travel destinations in South Africa and is also the busiest port city in Africa. The city has developed the ‘Golden Mile’. This area was created specifically for the tourism industry and is overflowing with tourist attractions including a casino and an aquarium.
Durban enjoys a warm subtropical climate making its stunning beaches a favourite spot for locals and visitors. Sports are extremely popular here and the city will be a host city for the 2010 Football World Cup.
Flights to Durban
Durban International Airport is a large and efficient facility that sees over four million passengers each year. The airport offers regular flights to popular destinations such Mauritius, Swaziland and Mozambique and handles both domestic and international services. The airport serves as a major gateway for travellers to KwaZulu-Natal and the Drakensberg.
Since Durban is a major port city, sea transportation is also available. The city is well-served by its railway and a Metrorail that operates a commuter rail service. This runs from Durban Station and travels outwards. Durban has two kinds of taxis: metered taxis and minibus taxis, both of which can be caught from the airport or hailed throughout the city. During your stay in Durban, it is essential that you try at least once the famous Zulu Rickshaw pullers navigating throughout the city.
Sightseeing in Durban
The Golden Mile is undeniably the hottest spot for visitors and locals who flock to enjoy its many attractions. There is a large selection of restaurants and pubs on offer as well as fantastic shopping venues and jewellery stores. But the biggest draw on the Golden Mile has to be the beautiful white sand beaches. North Beach, Dairy Beach, the Bay of Plenty and Snake Park beaches are popular surfing beaches that are separated by the piers.
UShaka Marine World is home to a number of exotic marine species and the Dolphinarium houses the largest shark tank in the entire world. Another popular hangout and picnic area is the Blue Lagoon. If you want to see the youngsters defying gravity and logic, the Skate Park is situated in front of the Bay of Plenty and is a popular spot for skateboarders and roller bladders.
Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
Durban has a vibrant and lively night life. There is a variety of clubs, bars, dance clubs and music venues sprinkled throughout the city. The Golden Mile has a popular concentration of hot spots that both tourists and locals enjoy.
The BAT centre is a major area for live music and theatres. The Gateway Mall is home to the charming Barnyard theatre and showcases wonderful local performances. The Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World is situated at the northern end of Durban’s Golden Mile and welcomes those who want to test their luck in a game of chance.
Fun by day - shopping and activities
Durban has a plethora of shopping opportunities with everything from shopping centres and chain stores to factory shops and supermarkets on offer. KwaZulu-Natal has a fantastic variety of store and boutiques as well as some striking jewellery stores. The Golden Mile, which runs along the beachfront in Durban, has a great selection of shops selling local handicrafts, clothing, trinkets and souvenirs.
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